Given below are some of the statements about Mn and Mn₂O₇. Identify the correct statements.
Q. Given below are some of the statements about Mn and Mn₂O₇. Identify the correct statements.

A. Mn forms the oxide Mn₂O₇, in which Mn is in its highest oxidation state.

B. Oxygen stabilizes the Mn in higher oxidation states by forming multiple bonds with Mn.

C. Mn₂O₇ is an ionic oxide.

D. The structure of Mn₂O₇ consists of one bridged oxygen.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
A. A, B, C and D
B. A, B and D Only
C. A, B and C Only
D. A, C and D Only
Correct Answer: B

Explanation (Concept Clarity)

Statement A: In Mn₂O₇, oxidation state of Mn is +7, which is the highest oxidation state of manganese. Hence, correct.

Statement B: Oxygen stabilizes higher oxidation states of transition metals by forming multiple (pπ–dπ) bonds. Hence, correct.

Statement C: Mn₂O₇ is a covalent oxide and is the anhydride of permanganic acid (HMnO₄). Hence, incorrect.

Statement D: Structure of Mn₂O₇ contains two MnO₃ units linked by one bridging oxygen atom. Hence, correct.

Correct statements: A, B and D only

Correct Option: B

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